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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1907
Page
2
A transcripted interview discusses clemency and reform in crime policy. The speaker condemns harsh punishment and argues property crimes stem from poverty, urging public sentiment shifts and personal responsibility for gradual societal evolution toward better outcomes.
Lon Cregmile took Julius McNutt into a meat market cooling room to show its arrangement. James Cregmile unknowingly closed the door and the men were trapped for an hour. A woman customer heard tapping, the clerk released them. Both were severely chilled. McNutt in serious condition.
A morning blaze at Bruner & Co. targa frame barn rear 715 N Senate Ave. killed six horses and damaged nearby home and another barn. Fire spread to 726 N Capitol and 724 Roanoke St. causing further losses. Widespread wind carried firebrands. total damages around $1,800 with some insured. The cause remains under investigation with rumors of a gasoline stove explosion.
Society items detail visits and travels among Darling Hughes Jasper and Cline families, a wedding at St Benedicts in Terre Haute, a large reception for Mrs Winsings, and a Merrill club afternoon at the Propylaeum with poems and veiled theatre. Guests include Mrs Orr Mrs Schick Miss DeVore and many local residents with social gatherings and floral decor.
A Scripps M cRae dispatch from Pekin dated May 3 reports blood smeared on doors in Tien-Tsin’s native quarter fueling fears of a renewed Boxer uprising. Foreign residents grow anxious as the omen recalls the prior revolt.
An unknown man wounded by constables near Willows then shot himself. Identified as Count Otto Von Waldstein of Austria, nephew of Prince Wartenberg. Mary Fitzgerald of San Francisco confirmed identity after exhumation. Count fled Austria six years ago over a love affair and fought in the Boer War.
After illness or grip Hood's Sarsaparilia is recommended to restore appetite and strength. The advertisement urges readers to take this tonic for revival and renewed health following sickness.
A renowned Rheumatism expert promotes a home remedy using Fluid Extract Dandelion, Compound Karyon, and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla. The formula, mixed and taken after meals and at night, is claimed to purify blood and relieve joint pain without stomach harm.
Ray Bronson trains at Madison avenue gym for next Wednesday's boxing bout with Grover Hayes at the Auditorium. Bronson, boxing and wrestling under Joe Gregg and trainer Freddie Cole, sharpens infighting and old punch as Hayes recalls their prior second round and knockout over an Indianapolis horseshoer. Seats go on sale at Paul Gall's Tuesday morning, May 7.
Special to The Suan New York May 3 Baroness Anista Louise De Massey designer was convicted of manslaughter in the first degree with mercy recommended for killing Gustav Simon a shirtwaist maker. Jury verdict came near midnight with remand to the Tombs until May 9 for sentence.
Jenkins and Stevens trailed by three laps as Wonderland rink hosts six-day event. Thursday night saw a record pace with 269 laps equal to about 15 miles. Gilman gained five laps on Berner and Phelps after an accident allowed Berner and Phelps to fall behind. Remaining teams Jenkins and Phelps, total 1,380 laps. Berner and Phelps, 1,317 laps. Mann and Gilman, 1,567 laps.
In Rawalpindi district unrest sparked by anti-British agitation led to a mob attack on the foreign quarter. The rioters burned two bungalows and several motor vehicles, looted a church and a mission, destroying religious books before troops dispersed the mob.
Evansville Indiana May 3 Judge Louis O Rasch fixed June 21 for the trial of former County and City Treasurer J P Walker charged with embezzling 8000 dollars of county funds.
About 650 manufacturing concerns employing nearly 580 machinists and apprentices are affected by a strike after employers refused a 10 percent wage increase. About 200 non union machinists in other shops join sympathies with the union men.
Waiting at wharves 210 immigrants, the largest single influx in New York port, are ready to land today. The three steamers bring mostly Italians, with the newcomers described as generally above average in conditions and few likely to be rejected.
San Francisco May 3 by unanimous vote the telephone operators union authorized a strike until the company recognizes their organization. Over 500 girls expected to quit. The union demands a minimum $60 per month for experienced operators. current pay is $35.
HINTON May 3 The bodies of James Farmworth Giovana Foricola and Joseph Longstone three of the muin ers killed in the Whipple mine explosion were taken from the mine today This brings the number of known dead up to 44.
Boise May 3 deputies sworn for duty as precautions rise for a big Moyer–Ho rd age trial. Report notes many strangers in town with unknown business. Colorado miners arrive as prospective witnesses while both sides organize juror influence and information gathering ahead of the trial opening Thursday.
The county population of about 30 000 yields 4 000 potential jurors. Pinkerton guards and 50 special deputies protect the state offices as officials plan for emergencies. Rumors claim an upcoming defense motion for venue change. Clarence Darrow denies it and says the defense is ready for trial.
Etta Norton, a Black domestic, died at City Hospital from burns suffered Thursday when kerosene ignited while she tried to start a kitchen fire at H. C. Broadbeck’s residence in north Alabama street. Mr. Brudbeck extinguished the flames by wrapping his coat around her.
A large crowd gathered at the engine-house in Brightwood to urge the council committee to oppose selling the municipal water plant. J. J. Valdenaire of Valdenaire Lumber Co proposed Brightwood form a company to operate the plant if sale proceeds, rather than transferring to Indianapolis Water Co. or Chase.
Levi Jones, indicted six years ago on embezzlement charges in Richmond Indiana, pleaded guilty in court yesterday. Judge EF suspended sentence and Jones, who had remained on bond, was released after the hearing.
Bloodhounds were brought to Paoli Indiana on May 3 to trail two men charged with attempting to assassinate Andrew Hedelson. Hedelson was shot Thursday night by men armed with shotguns in a case that drew police attention and ongoing investigation.
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